Create a DIY modern planter stand from scrap wood for a quick, easy and budget-friendly project.
If you’re looking for a way to use up some scrap wood and elevate your planters to a new level then this DIY modern planter stand is a quick and easy project. With the right tools on hand, you can have this scrap wood planter stand finished in about an hour.
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Supplies
- Wood ( I used scrap that had been ripped down to a square, but use whatever makes sense for your planter size and preferred style)
- Tape Measure
- Miter Saw
- Kreg Jig and Screws
- Electric Drill
- Nail Gun or Nails (optional)
- Paint or Finish of Choice
Step 1: Measure
I’m providing my measurements as a guide, but be sure to adjust your measurements according to your own planter size and preferred height(s).
Measure the size of your planter. My planter was 10.25” in diameter at it’s widest point and 12.25” in height. I knew that I wanted mine to be elevated about 5” off of the ground with roughly two” of overhang at the top so I calculated my leg lengths at around 19.25”.
Height of planter (12.25”) + 5” + 2” = Leg length
To calculate your cross piece lengths you will make one cut the same length as your planter’s diameter. So in my case, 10.25”
For the opposing cross pieces, you will make two separate cuts. You have to make sure to subtract the width of your first cross piece cut to accommodate for space. My wood was 1” in width.
Cross piece cuts = Planter Diameter (10.25”) – Width of wood (1”) = X (9.25”)
Take X (9.25”) and divide it by two = 4.625” (cut two pieces at this length)
Again, these cuts are specific to my planter, so be sure to plug your own dimensions into the formulas.
Step 2: Make your cuts
Use the appropriate safety gear and make your cuts on a miter saw. If you don’t have a miter saw, most smaller cuts of wood can easily be made with a hand saw and miter box to ensure straight cuts.
Step 3: Attach Cross Pieces
I used my Kreg Jig K4 (link) to attach my cross pieces. There are multiple ways you could attach this joint but at the time of this project we were deep into COVID-19 shelter-at-home orders so I used what I had on hand
Other options could include dowel joinery or half lap joints.
Be sure to adjust your Jig Settings and drill bit collar to the appropriate depths. I drilled one pocket hole into both ends of each of the cross cut pieces.
Using some wood glue and clamps I attached my 3 cross pieces together.
Then I lined all four of my legs up together and used my speed triangle to make a straight line across all 4 pieces at the 5” mark (remember this is how much height I wanted my planter to have from the ground). This line will be your guide for where to attach your cross pieces.
Attach all 4 legs using wood glue and clamps as well. It can get a little tricky keeping everything lined up and straight, so if you have someone to give you a hand it helps.
Full disclosure, my planter felt a little wobbly at first. Most likely because I was only able to get one screw into each joint due to the width. But after the glue dried it seems much sturdier. If you’re using wood that’s wide enough to accomodate two pocket holes on each end and/or another type of joint I would recommend that. You could also use a nail gun to put a nail through the outside of each leg into the cross pieces for added stability if you choose (I did not)
Step 4: Finish
Depending on the look you’re going for you could leave the planter as is. Since my planter was natural wood already, I chose to paint mine black. I used this milk paint that goes on with a brushed look after one coat but darkens up with additional coats.
And there you have it! A DIY modern planter stand from scrap wood! Stands like these can come with an insane price tag in the store, and you can make your own for pennies! Not to mention the ability to customize them for your own planter shapes and sizes.
If you tackle this DIY modern planter stand be sure to share it on social and tag me! I love seeing how my projects inspire you to create for your own home! And make sure to follow me on Pinterest and pin this DIY project for later
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